The Guggenheim Mystery

Oct 5, 2024 9:18 AM

Author:Robin Stevens,Siobhan Dowd,Jason Forbes

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Guggenheim Mystery by Robin Stevens, read by Jason Forbes. Based on an idea and charactersby Siobhan Dowd.

My name is Ted Spark. Three months ago, I solved the mystery of how my cousin Salim disappeared from a pod on the London Eye. This is the story of my second mystery.

This summer, I went on holiday to New York, to visit Aunt Gloria and Salim. While I was there, a painting was stolen from the Guggenheim Museum, where Aunt Gloria works. Then Aunt Gloria was blamed for the theft, and I realised just how important it was to find the painting, and discover who really had taken it.

Reviews

Both a tremendous art-theft whodunit and a loving tribute

—— Guardian

Engaging and convincing

—— Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week

Young readers . . . will find much to like

—— Booklist

An intriguing mystery adventure with bold and brilliant characters, and heartfelt themes of family, friendship and good intentions.'

—— Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs

Fully-rounded characters that young readers will recognise and engage with. The dialogue is number 1 haircut grade sharp - it powers the story along and is full of witty, entertaining banter. Perfect for the middle-grade reader. A joy to read.

—— Alex Wheatle, author of Crongton Knights

Praise for Sharna Jackson:
Jackson's voice is distinct and original, while her deft characterisation and evocation of place make for a funny, engaging modern mystery.

—— Guardian

Praise for Sharna Jackson:
This story reads with a rare freshness and energy. The voices and the setting are convincing and vivid... an intriguing mystery

—— The Times

A funny, warm and thought-provoking celebration of community of all kinds

—— Anna James

Rip-roaring stuff

—— Daily Mail

A fiendishly plotted, astutely observed novel that's equally perfect for avid Stevens fans and new readers. Absolutely thrilling!

—— Louie Stowell

I absolutely loved it - it's charming and witty and there's so much in terms of in-jokes and she really grabs hold of all the traditions of this type of story and runs with them. You've got bunbreak, squashed fly biscuits and dormitories . . . but at the same time as this thrilling murder mystery

—— Susie Day

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